General Manager – Bespoke Joinery (Equity Eligible)

Daniel Owen; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturing business in Derbyshire is seeking a General Manager to lead operations and drive growth. This hands-on position requires strong commercial leadership and experience in bespoke joinery or manufacturing sectors. Responsibilities include managing a team of around 50, overseeing pricing strategies, and ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in commercial roles and a hands-on approach to leadership. Competitive salary offered with car allowance and performance bonus.

Benefits

Car allowance

Performance bonus

Qualifications

• Significant commercial experience within bespoke joinery or specialist construction sectors.
• Proven leadership managing mixed teams in workshop, office, and site environments.
• Experience implementing systems for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial processes including quoting, pricing, and contract negotiation.
• Develop strong relationships with key customers.
• Monitor operational performance and drive improvements in efficiency.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Team management

Pricing strategy

Client relationship management

Education

Experience in bespoke joinery or manufacturing

Tools

CRM systems

ERP systems

Job description

A respected manufacturing business in Derbyshire is seeking a General Manager to lead operations and drive growth. This hands-on position requires strong commercial leadership and experience in bespoke joinery or manufacturing sectors. Responsibilities include managing a team of around 50, overseeing pricing strategies, and ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in commercial roles and a hands-on approach to leadership. Competitive salary offered with car allowance and performance bonus.